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La Grange, IL|
Race Featuring Kiss: Cook County Hopeful Far Ahead Of Rival
One candidate was caught on camera getting kissed. The other filed a records request for the video.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Arson Investigating Bellport Blaze: Police
The home was "fully engulfed" when first responders arrived, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Andover, MA|
Andover's Dan Koh Wins Seat In Congress: 'It's Time We Rig The System For Working People'
Democrat Dan Koh faced Republican Micah Jones in the race to succeed U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton on Capitol Hill.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|
Democrats Sweep MA Elections As Gov. Healey, Sen. Markey Win Big
The Associated Press projected Gov. Maura Healey and Sen. Ed Markey to win re-election shortly after polls closed at 8 p.m.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
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Evanston, IL|
Biss Declares Victory In Illinois 9th Congressional District
"I am so proud to be chosen as the next Congressman from the 9th District of Illinois," Biss said on social media.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Santa Monica Council Candidates Report Voting Problems On Election Day
Two Santa Monica council candidates report difficulties voting in person, echoing problems that surfaced during California's June primary.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|
Lake County School Sales Tax Referendum Appears Headed For Defeat
Voters weighed a proposed 1% countywide sales tax that could generate millions annually for school improvements and security.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Republican Ayotte Holds Corner Office As Democrats Sweep The Granite State: NH 2026 Midterm Elections
Follow-up: U.S. Rep. Chris Pappas wins open Senate seat while Stefany Shaheen wins 1st CD seat and Maggie Goodlander fetches a second term.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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Libertyville, IL|
Brad Schneider Wins Reelection In Illinois' 10th Congressional District: AP
The Democratic incumbent was projected to defeat Republican challenger Carl Lambrecht to secure another two-year term.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|
Michele Clark Leads Danielle Penman In Illinois Senate District 33 Race
Democrat Michele Clark and Republican Danielle Penman competed for the open seat held by retiring state Sen. Don DeWitte.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|
Idleburg Appears Headed For Reelection In Lake County Sheriff Race
Democratic incumbent John Idleburg faced Republican challenger Roman Buchberger in the Nov. 3 general election.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|
Kwame Raoul Projected To Win Reelection In Illinois Attorney General Race: AP
Democratic incumbent Kwame Raoul faced Republican challenger Bob Fioretti in the Tuesday election.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
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Manhattan Beach, CA|
Manhattan Beach Country Club Lease Could Bring City $1 Million More A Year
A proposed lease would boost city rent by 151%, expand club membership and allow extensions through 2082.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Long Beach, CA|
Long Beach Police Deployed 4 Rifles Omitted From Military Equipment Inventories
Four rifles bought in 2014 for $28,000 were deployed during police incidents but omitted from military equipment inventories.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Northridge-Chatsworth, CA|
Residents Sound Alarm Over Dumping, Toxic Burning Near Chatsworth Park
Residents claim the property has been linked to illegal dumping, toxic burning and hazardous-material storage.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Underage Girl In Joliet Pursued By Man Who Drove From Pennsylvania To Bring Flowers, Plush Animal: Forfeiture
Arrested by Joliet police, Randy Linarez isn't facing child soliciting charges, instead he's facing aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Fairfax City, VA|
Man Charged In Fairfax City Business Break-Ins Faces Additional Felony Cases
A 60-year-old man charged in two Fairfax Boulevard incidents has additional pending felony cases in Fairfax County.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
What Is Proposition 45: How Environmental Review Laws Turned Into Spending War
A celebrity campaign and millions in contributions intensify the fight over California’s environmental review law.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Commack, NY|
Commack Native's 9/11 Advocacy Foundation Gets Support From Hometown Pilates Studio
STRONG Pilates Commack offered free classes and pledged $39 per participating first responder to a nonprofit founded by a Commack native.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Subsidy Sought For Hinsdale Historic Home's Project
The owners want their home to match the neighborhood's character, an architect said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
'The Baby Was A Surprise To Defendant And He Was Upset About It': Prosecutors Charge Joliet Man With 2 Crimes
Joliet police took 43-year-old Luis Valencia-Vazquez into custody during his early morning Halloween aggravated battery arrest at his house.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Man Found Dead In Secaucus Parking Garage Was Ride-Share Driver
He had pulled into the parking garage Sunday morning to take a nap, and that's where he died, said the mayor.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Swastika, Pride Flag Thefts Target Temecula Church; Pastor Responds With Hope
Temecula United Methodist Church's pastor is undeterred by acts of hate, urging the community to reflect, meditate and support each other.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
New Massage Parlor To Open On Route 59 In Plainfield
Hand and Stone will take over the space on Route 59 that Massage Envy vacated when it moved locations.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Church School Plans Playground, Seeks Village OK
It will help younger children avoid skinning their knees during recess, the school said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
West Chester, PA|
Voter Who Dropped Off Ballot With Suspicious Substance In Chester Co. ID'd: DA
The FBI-ordered biohazard testing on the ballot has come back negative.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Kids On E-Bikes Seen As Halloween Decorations Vandalized In Downers Grove: Police
Residents reported seeing kids on e-bikes and surveillance footage of one incident showed kids on e-bikes hitting a Halloween decoration.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Here's How Election Day Is Running In Greenwich So Far
The turnout in Greenwich for a midterm election has historically been around 65 percent, according to Republican Registrar Fred DeCaro.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Northport, NY|
Family Never Came Back For Pip: Northport Kitty Of The Week
The 1½-year-old orange cat is affectionate, playful and full of personality, but NCRA says she needs a cat-savvy adopter.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Leader Jokingly Apologizes For Meeting Timing
A more important thing was going on during the Village Board's session.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord Elementary School Principal To Return To Work Later This Week: Follow-Up
Superintendent Tim Herbert: After an investigation, Abbot-Downing Elementary School Principal Anthony Blinn will return to work on Thursday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
Upper East Side Car Thefts Jump 52% This Year, NYPD Data Shows
The 19th Precinct has recorded 70 stolen cars so far in 2026, up from 46 during the same period last year.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
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Huntington, NY|
5 ‘P’ Kittens, 5 Personalities, Looking For Homes: Huntington Adoptable Pets Of The Week
Petey, Paulie, Polly, Penny and Pippa were rescued from a backyard and are expected to arrive at the shelter shortly after Thanksgiving.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Ashburn, VA|
New Action Game From Indie Ashburn Developer Reaches Major Influencer, Takes Off
An independent game from an Ashburn developer got a major bump in October when an influencer took up its controls during a stream.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|
Passaic Co. Cop Punched 2 In The Face, 'Unprovoked,' And Fled Bar, Affidavit Says
The incident was caught on camera, according to authorities.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|
Taco Bell Eyes Manhattan For New Location
The Village Board on Monday approved a developer's pursuit of property at Route 52 and Brookstone Drive for the fast-food chain.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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Geneva, IL|
More Than 20 Authors Slated To Participate In 3rd Annual Fall Author Fest At Geneva Public Library
The three-event Fall Author Fest will conclude with more than 20 authors gathering to share their work and connect with readers.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
West Palm Beach, FL|
FL Elections 2026: Tampa Bay Voters Share Their Experiences At The Polls
Extreme flooding forced the relocation of 21 FL polls; Jolly, Donalds cast their ballots; early voter turnout.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Waterford, CT|
Waterford Hearing To Review Jordan Park House Maintenance Ordinance
Waterford’s RTM committee will hold a Nov. 9 hearing on Jordan Park House maintenance rules and consider an ordinance recommendation.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Big Elmhurst Building Projects Detailed; City Sees Permit Surge
Industrial, medical and residential projects are on the city's list.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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